[Verse 1]
You folded the blanket, turned your face away
Said the last time left a mark you couldn't explain
I saw the worry sitting heavy in your eyes
So I reached for your hand and let the moment lie
[Pre-Chorus]
I want you, that's the truth I won't disguise
But your comfort comes before my appetite
[Chorus]
We can take it slow, we can leave the door wide open
No promises tonight, no pressure in the silence spoken
I need closeness too, but I won't make you prove it
Your body is your own, and I will never push through it
When you're ready, if you're ready, I'll be here
Love is more than getting what I need, my dear
[Verse 2]
We can call the doctor, find out what it means
Trade the fear for facts, make room to breathe
And if all you want is sleep with your head on my chest
I'll count that as a night where we both did our best
[Pre-Chorus]
I miss the heat, but I can hold the line
Desire doesn't get to make the choice this time
[Chorus]
We can take it slow, we can leave the door wide open
No promises tonight, no pressure in the silence spoken
I need closeness too, but I won't make you prove it
Your body is your own, and I will never push through it
When you're ready, if you're ready, I'll be here
Love is more than getting what I need, my dear
[Bridge]
And I won't turn my wanting into a weight
We can talk about my needs without making yours obey
If the answer is not now, then not now is enough
Trust is not a bargain, and touch is not a must
[Final Chorus]
We can take it slow, let the daylight find us honest
No promises tonight, just the care between us
I need closeness too, and I can say it without using
Your body is your own, and your no is never confusing
When you're ready, if you're ready, I'll be here
Love is more than getting what I need, my dear
[Outro]
So rest your head beside me, let the night be kind
We can want each other and still respect the line